LMIA-Exempt Work Permit Applications

LMIA-Exempt Work Permit Applications

Work in Canada Without an LMIA – Expert Help by Cosmic Immigration Services Mississauga

Not all foreign workers need a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to work legally in Canada. If you’re eligible for an LMIA-exempt work permit, you can skip the lengthy LMIA process and start working faster — especially if you’re targeting opportunities in Mississauga or surrounding regions.

At Cosmic Immigration Services in Mississauga, we specialize in helping foreign nationals and Mississauga-based employers navigate IRCC’s LMIA-exempt pathways under the International Mobility Program (IMP). Backed by in-depth knowledge of Canadian immigration law and the latest 2025 updates, our team ensures your application is accurate, complete, and positioned for success.

🧾 What is an LMIA-Exempt Work Permit?

An LMIA-exempt work permit allows a foreign worker to work in Canada — including Mississauga — without requiring the employer to prove there’s no qualified Canadian available for the role.

These permits are issued under the International Mobility Program (IMP) and are typically granted for reasons such as:

• International Agreements (e.g., CUSMA, GATS)

• Reciprocal Employment (e.g., cultural exchange programs)

• Significant Benefit to Canada (e.g., intra-company transferees, researchers, entrepreneurs)

• Charitable or Religious Work

✅ Most Common LMIA-Exempt Categories in 2025

According to IRCC’s 2025 guidelines, here are the most common LMIA-exempt streams we handle for clients in and around Mississauga:

1. Intra-Company Transfers (ICT)

For executives, senior managers, or specialized knowledge workers transferred from a foreign office to a Mississauga-based office of the same company.

📌 Must prove:

• At least 1 year of continuous employment abroad in the last 3 years

• Qualifying position (TEER 0 or 1)

• Genuine employer-employee relationship

2. CUSMA (formerly NAFTA) Professionals

For U.S. or Mexican citizens coming to work in Mississauga under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement.
➡️ Job offer must match a designated occupation, with proper credentials.

3. Open Work Permits for Spouses

Spouses of:

• International students in eligible programs

• Skilled foreign workers in TEER 0–3 jobs in Mississauga

📌 Update (2024): Spouses of undergrad students at private colleges are no longer eligible unless meeting other criteria.

4. Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP)

For applicants living and working in Mississauga who’ve applied for PR under:

• Express Entry (CEC, FSW, FST)

• Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)

➡️ Allows continued employment while PR is in process.

5. International Experience Canada (IEC)

Popular among youth aged 18–35 from select countries.
Includes:

• Working Holiday

• Young Professionals

• International Co-op

📌 Quotas apply; applications are pool-based.

6. Charitable/Religious Workers

For those working with Mississauga-based non-profit religious or charitable organizations.

• No LMIA required
• Employer registration still necessary

🛠️ Employer Responsibilities in Mississauga

Even without an LMIA, employers in Mississauga must:

• Register the job offer via the IRCC Employer Portal

• Pay the $230 employer compliance fee (unless exempt)

• Provide a compliant, written job offer letter

📌 Our team at Cosmic Immigration Services Mississauga helps local employers meet every IRCC requirement under the International Mobility Program.

📋 Documents Required for LMIA-Exempt Work Permit Applications

Based on your specific category, you may need:

• Valid passport

• Job offer letter from a Mississauga employer

• IMM forms: IMM 1295, IMM 5645, and others

• Proof of education and work experience

• Employer compliance info

• Medical and police clearance (if applicable)

🎯 We prepare a personalized checklist for your application — saving time and avoiding costly mistakes.

⏱️ Processing Times (2025)

• Inside Canada (including Mississauga applicants): 60–90 days

• Outside Canada: 4–10 weeks (varies by visa office)

• ICT & CUSMA streams: May qualify for priority processing

✨ Benefits of LMIA-Exempt Work Permits

• ✅ Faster approval timelines
• ✅ Less documentation for employers
• ✅ Flexibility for job mobility (in certain categories)
• ✅ Spousal and dependent permit eligibility
• ✅ Eligible for PR pathways via Express Entry or PNP

🌐 Why Choose Cosmic Immigration Services in Mississauga?

Applying for an LMIA-exempt work permit is easier — but only if done right. At Cosmic Immigration Services Mississauga, we bring years of experience, IRCC compliance know-how, and one-on-one guidance.

We offer:

• ✅ Personalized eligibility screening
• ✅ Employer compliance support for Mississauga-based businesses
• ✅ Custom document preparation
• ✅ SOP writing & form filling
• ✅ Visa submission & tracking
• ✅ PR transition planning (if eligible)

Our Mississauga team stays ahead of IRCC policy changes, so you don’t have to worry about what’s next.

📞 Contact Cosmic Immigration Services – Mississauga Office

Want to work in Canada without the LMIA process? Let Cosmic Immigration Services Mississauga take care of it — the right way, the first time.

✅ Office Address: 7015 Tranmere Drive, Unit #19, Mississauga, ON L5S 1T7, Canada

📱 Phone: +1-(905)-800-2700

🌐 Website: www.cosmicimmigration.com

📧 Email: info@cosmicimmigration.com

📅 Book a consultation today — and start your Canadian job journey from Mississauga with confidence.